How To Fix T8228 - Exposure Pricing Item: Payment Date is not set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T8 - Analysis system evaluations

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Exposure Pricing Item: Payment Date is not set

What causes this issue?

The payment date is not set in the exposure price item. Consequently,
the price calculator cannot discount the cash flow.

System Response

The price calculator does not calculate the price.

How to fix this error?

The exposure price item needs to be corrected.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T8228 - Exposure Pricing Item: Payment Date is not set ?

  The SAP error message T8228, "Exposure Pricing Item: Payment Date is not set," typically occurs in the context of exposure pricing or financial transactions where a payment date is required but has not been specified. This can happen in various modules, such as Sales and Distribution (SD) or Financial Accounting (FI).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payment Date: The most common cause of this error is that the payment date field is not filled in the relevant transaction or document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a payment date for certain types of transactions, and these settings may not be properly defined.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently skip entering the payment date during the transaction entry process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payment Date Field: Ensure that the payment date is filled in the relevant transaction. This can usually be done by navigating to the document or transaction where the error occurred and entering the required date.
  Review Configuration Settings: If the payment date is required by configuration, review the settings in the relevant SAP module (e.g., SD, FI) to ensure that they are correctly set up. This may involve checking the pricing procedure or document type settings.
  User Training: If users are frequently encountering this error, consider providing training or documentation to ensure they understand the importance of entering the payment date.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to debug the transaction to identify any underlying issues in the code or configuration that could be causing the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the relevant documents (e.g., VA01 for sales orders, FB60 for vendor invoices).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the requirements for payment dates and how they are used in transactions.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth assistance.